CN107031567B - Proximity activated closure access system for a motor vehicle - Google Patents

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CN107031567B
CN107031567B CN201610956166.XA CN201610956166A CN107031567B CN 107031567 B CN107031567 B CN 107031567B CN 201610956166 A CN201610956166 A CN 201610956166A CN 107031567 B CN107031567 B CN 107031567B
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Abstract

A proximity activated closure access system for a motor vehicle is provided. The system includes a proximity sensor, a projector, a power operated shutoff device, and a controller. The controller is configured to project an image onto the ground when the motor vehicle is approached by an authorized user, cause the image to change when the proximity-activated closure access system is activated, and turn on the power-operated closure in response to the authorized user stepping into the image for a predetermined period of time.

Description

Proximity activated closure access system for a motor vehicle
Technical Field
This document relates generally to the field of automotive equipment and, more particularly, to a proximity activated closure entry system (proximity activated closure system) that achieves true hands-free operation.
Background
This document relates to a new and improved proximity activated closure access system that develops complete hands free. Prior closure access systems typically required the operator to reach and press a button on the key fob or use a limb gesture to activate a particular closure. Unfortunately, these actions or poses are often difficult to accomplish when carrying a load on the hands or arms. In fact, such actions or postures are not always safely accomplished when carrying bulky, awkward, or heavy loads. The proximity-activated closure access system described herein addresses and avoids these problems. Thus, the use is very convenient for the motor vehicle thus equipped and the customer satisfaction is enhanced. Accordingly, the proximity activated closure access system represents a significant advance in the art.
Disclosure of Invention
A proximity activated closure access system for a motor vehicle is provided. The proximity activated closure access system includes a proximity sensor, a projector, a powered closure, and a controller. The controller is configured to (a) project an image onto the ground when the motor vehicle is accessed by an authorized user; (b) causing the image to change when a proximity activated closure device entry system operation is initiated; and (c) turning on the power operated closing device in response to an authorized user stepping into the image for a predetermined period of time.
In one possible embodiment, the controller is configured to detect activity proximate the closure device after projecting the image onto the ground and before causing the image to change.
In one possible embodiment, the controller is configured to first project an image of the motor vehicle manufacturer's logo onto the ground. The controller is further configured to change the image from the motor vehicle manufacturer logo image to the footprint image to clearly indicate to the user that the proximity-activated closure access system is ready to turn on the power-operated closure in response to the user stepping into the image.
In one possible embodiment, the power operated closure includes a power operated latch and a closure drive motor that displaces a closure of the motor vehicle between a closed position and an open position.
In one possible embodiment, the controller is configured to flash an image to indicate that the proximity-activated closure access system is ready to turn on the power-operated closure in response to a user stepping into the image. In another possible embodiment, the closure device is a tailgate, for example, arranged on a pick-up truck.
According to a further aspect, a method is provided for automatically opening a closure of a motor vehicle by means of a proximity-activated closure access system. The method can be broadly described as comprising the steps of: (a) projecting an image by a projector onto a floor adjacent the closure; (b) changing, by the controller, the image to indicate activation of the proximity activated closure device access system; and (c) turning on, by the controller, the closing device in response to an authorized user stepping into the image for a predetermined period of time.
In one possible embodiment, the method further includes detecting, by the sensor, an authorized vehicle user within a predetermined distance of the motor vehicle prior to projecting the image. Further, the method may include detecting, by the sensor, activity proximate the closure device prior to changing the image.
Still further, the method may include first projecting, by the projector, a motor vehicle manufacturer logo image onto a ground surface proximate the closure device in response to detecting an authorized vehicle user within a predetermined distance of the motor vehicle.
Still further, the method may include the step of changing the image by changing the image from a motor vehicle manufacturer logo image to a footprint image. Alternatively or additionally, the method may comprise changing the image by flashing the image on the ground.
Still further, the method may include the step of changing the footprint image back to the motor vehicle manufacturer logo image after a predetermined period of time when the projected footprint image is not stepped into by an authorized user. Further, the method may include deactivating, by the controller, the sensor and the projector when the motor vehicle is started. Still further, the method includes projecting the image onto the ground in a position that allows the closing device to be fully opened without contact with a person standing in the image.
In the following description, certain preferred embodiments of a proximity-activated closure access system and associated methods of operation are shown and described. It will be appreciated that the system and associated methods are capable of other, different embodiments and that certain details thereof may be modified in various, obvious respects, all without departing from the system and method as set forth and described in the following claims. Accordingly, the drawings and description are to be regarded as illustrative in nature and not as restrictive.
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The accompanying drawings, which are incorporated herein and form a part of the specification, illustrate certain aspects of a proximity activated closure access system and related method of operation, and together with the description, serve to explain certain principles thereof. In the drawings:
FIG. 1 is a schematic block diagram of a proximity activated closure access system;
FIG. 2 is a logic diagram describing the operation of a proximity activated closure access system;
fig. 3a-3d are sequential top plan views depicting a proximity activated closure access system.
Reference will now be made in detail to the presently preferred embodiments of a proximity activated closure access system, examples of which are illustrated in the accompanying drawings.
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Referring now to fig. 1-3d, the proximity-activated closure access system 10 is clearly illustrated. In the illustrative embodiment, the proximity activated closure access system 10 is used with a tailgate 12 of a pickup truck 14. However, it should be appreciated that the proximity-activated closure access system 10 may be used with other types of closures for other types of motor vehicles, such as front doors, rear doors, hatchbacks, lift gates, and the like, disposed on all types of motor vehicles, including, for example, four-door sedans, travel cars, and cross-country utility and sport utility vehicles.
As best depicted in fig. 1, the proximity activated closure access system 10 includes a proximity sensor 16, such as a digital video camera, to detect activity proximate the closure/tailgate 12. The system 10 also includes a projector 18 for projecting an image onto the ground adjacent the closure/tailgate 12.
As further illustrated, the system 10 also includes a power operated shutoff device 20. In the illustrated embodiment, the power operated closure 20 includes a power operated latch 22 and a closure/tailgate drive motor 24 for opening and closing the closure/tailgate.
The proximity-activated closure access system 10 also includes a controller 26 configured to operate the system. The controller 26 may comprise a computing device such as a dedicated microprocessor or Electronic Control Unit (ECU) operating on suitable software instructions. Such a controller 26 contains one or more processors, one or more memories, and one or more network interfaces, all in communication with each other via a communication bus.
As illustrated, the controller 26 includes a first data input 28 and a second data input 32, wherein the first data input 28 is connected to the proximity sensor/camera 16 by a data line 30, and the second data input 32 is connected to a sensor, ECU or other device 34, which sensor, ECU or other device 34 provides data along a data line 36 regarding the presence of an authorized user in proximity to the motor vehicle 14.
In addition, the controller 26 is connected to the projector 18 through a control line 38. Further, the controller 26 is connected to the power operated closure system 20 by a control line 40.
Referring now to FIG. 2, a logic diagram illustrates the operation of the proximity-activated closure access system 10.
It should be understood from reviewing this figure that the controller 26 of the illustrative embodiment is configured to first project the motor vehicle manufacturer logo image 42 onto the ground G adjacent the closure/tailgate 12 via the projector 18. See fig. 3 a. More specifically, the controller 26 does so in response to receiving a data signal at the data input 32 from the sensor/device 34 that is indicative of the detection of an authorized vehicle user within a predetermined distance of the motor vehicle 14. It should be understood that the projected image 42 is projected onto the ground G adjacent to but sufficiently spaced from the closure/tailgate 12 to allow clearance for the closure/tailgate to be fully opened when a person/authorized user is standing in the projected image.
Second, the controller 26 monitors the data input 28. If and when the proximity sensor/camera 16 detects activity or motion adjacent the closure/tailgate 12, a signal is sent along data line 30 to the data input 28. The controller 26 is configured to cause the projected image 42 to change in response to receiving this activity signal so as to indicate activation of the proximity activated closure device access system 10. In the illustrative embodiment, the projected image 42 is changed by transitioning the image from the vehicle manufacturer identification image 42 shown in FIG. 3a to the footprint image 44 shown in FIG. 3 b. The controller 26 may also be configured to flash the footprint image 44 to draw the user's attention to the image.
The footprint image 44 informs the authorized user that the proximity activated closure access system 10 has been activated and that the user needs to step on the image 44 projected onto the floor G in order to open the closure. Thus, as shown in fig. 3c, the authorized user/person 46 now steps forward on the footprint image 44 projected by the projector 18 on the ground G and stands on the image for a predetermined period of time, e.g. 3 to 5 seconds, the controller 26 being configured to open the closure device/tailgate 12 upon receiving a data signal from the proximity sensor/camera 16 at the input 28 that the person has stepped into the footprint image and has remained there for the predetermined period of time. See fig. 3 d. It will be appreciated that the closure/tailgate 12 may be fully opened when the user stands at the point on the ground G where the footprint image 44 appears. The user may then place the carried item I onto the motor vehicle 14 through the opened tailgate 12. It should be appreciated that the user 46 does not have to use the hands or arms to complete any particular gesture or limb movement to open the closure/tailgate 12. Thus, both hands remain free to simply hold the carried item.
It should be further appreciated from reviewing fig. 2 that the controller 26 is also configured to change the footprint image 44 back to the motor vehicle manufacturer logo image 42 after a predetermined period of time if the authorized user does not step into the projected footprint image to provide an appropriate signal to initiate opening of the closure device/tailgate 12. Further, the controller 26 is configured to deactivate the proximity sensor/camera 16 and the projector 18 when the motor vehicle 14 is subsequently started.
In summary, the proximity-activated closure access system 10 described herein provides several unique advantages and benefits. It should be appreciated that, being configured, the system 10 is truly hands free. The user need not use his hands to perform any action or gesture in order for the system 10 to open the closure device 12. Both hands remain completely free to carry any item, greatly benefiting the user. Further, the system 10 is fully intuitive, projecting the footprint logo image 44 onto the ground G to indicate when and where the person is standing in order for the system 10 to open the closure device 12 in a manner that frees both hands. This eliminates any hesitation and guessing as to when and where to stand to achieve the desired result, thereby enhancing consumer satisfaction with the operation of the system 10 and the entire motor vehicle 14.
The foregoing has been presented for purposes of illustration and description. It is not intended to be exhaustive or to limit the embodiments to the precise form disclosed. Obvious modifications and variations are possible in light of the above teachings. For example, in the illustrative embodiment, the projected image changes from the image of the manufacturer logo 42 to the footprint image 44 to indicate activation of the system 10 and the position where the person 46 is standing in order to initiate hands-free opening of the closure device 12. It should be understood that other signals are also possible. For example, the image itself may not change, it may simply flash on the ground to indicate when and where to stand in order to initiate opening of the closure device. All such modifications and variations are within the scope of the following claims when interpreted in accordance with the breadth to which they are fairly, legally and equitably entitled.

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1. A proximity activated closure access system for a motor vehicle, comprising:
a proximity sensor;
a projector;
a power operated shut off device; and
a controller configured to (a) project an image onto the ground when the motor vehicle is approached by an authorized user, (b) cause the image to change when the proximity-activated closure entry system is activated, and (c) open the power-operated closure in response to the authorized user stepping into the image for a predetermined period of time.
2. The proximity-activated closure access system of claim 1, wherein the controller is configured to detect activity proximate the closure after projecting the image onto the ground and before altering the image.
3. The proximity-activated closure access system of claim 2, wherein the controller is configured to first project an image of a motor vehicle manufacturer's logo onto the ground.
4. The proximity-activated closure access system of claim 3, wherein the controller is configured to change the image from the motor vehicle manufacturer logo to a footprint image to indicate that the proximity-activated closure access system is ready to turn on the powered closure in response to the user stepping into the image.
5. The proximity activated closure access system of claim 4, wherein the power operated closure includes a power operated latch and a closure drive motor for displacing the closure of the motor vehicle between a closed position and an open position.
6. The proximity-activated closure access system of claim 2, wherein the controller is configured to flash the image to indicate that the proximity-activated closure access system is ready to open the powered closure in response to the user stepping into the image.
7. The proximity-activated closure access system of claim 1, wherein the closure is a tailgate.
8. A method of automatically opening a closure of a motor vehicle by means of a proximity activated closure access system, comprising:
projecting an image by a projector onto a floor adjacent the closure;
changing, by a controller, the image to indicate activation of the proximity activated closure device access system; and
turning on, by the controller, the closure device in response to an authorized user stepping into the image for a predetermined period of time.
9. The method of claim 8, further comprising detecting, by a sensor, an authorized vehicle user within a predetermined distance of the motor vehicle prior to projecting the image.
10. The method of claim 9, further comprising detecting, by the sensor, the activity proximate the closure device prior to causing the image to change.
11. The method of claim 10, comprising first projecting a motor vehicle manufacturer logo image by the projector onto a ground surface adjacent the closure device in response to detecting an authorized vehicle user within the predetermined distance of the motor vehicle.
12. The method of claim 11, wherein causing the image to change comprises causing the image to change from the motor vehicle manufacturer logo image to a footprint image.
13. The method of claim 12, further comprising changing the footprint image back to the motor vehicle manufacturer logo image after a predetermined period of time when an authorized user has not stepped into the projected footprint image.
14. The method of claim 13, comprising deactivating, by the controller, the sensor and the projector when the motor vehicle is started.
15. The method of claim 8, wherein altering the image comprises flashing the image on the ground.
16. The method of claim 8, further comprising projecting the image onto the ground in a position that allows the closure device to be fully opened without contact with a person standing in the image.
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